Latest News and Features - Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society

Introducing Norman Catto, Stirling February Bull Sales 2024...

30.11.2023

North-east exile, Norman Catto, who has been a leading figure in the breeding and showing of pedigree beef cattle in Argentina for 60 years, has accepted the invitation of the council of the Aberdeen-...

Embrooke herd the standout Aberdeen-Angus performer CCM Skipton...

29.11.2023

A pedigree cattle Autumn triple header, native shows and sales for the Beef Shorthorn and Aberdeen-Angus Societies, plus a standalone British Blue sale, attracted an 83-strong bovine bounty at CCM Ski...

Gretnahouse Dispersal Sale Report

29.11.2023

Gretna House Dispersal Sale Report – 18th November 2023 The dispersal sale of the Gretnahouse Herd of pedigree Aberdeen Angus on behalf of Gretnahouse Farms and the late Alasdair Houston, his wife...

The Cornish Winter Fair

29.11.2023

Cattle Results CLASS 5 Sponsored by James Kittow Esq., Butcher & GrazierSteer or Heifer, pure bred or cross bred, other than pure bred South Devon, sired by a bull of British Native Origin.1st ...

Black Beauty Bonanza

23.11.2023

Friday 24th November will see the 24th Black Beauty Bonanza underway at the Thainstone Centre, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire at 10:30am. With 106 entries from 28 breeders the North East of Scotland Aber...

Dispersal of the Gretnahouse Herd - 18th November

11.11.2023

Gretnahouse Aberdeen-Angus Herd Dispersal Saturday 18th November will see the renowned Gretnahouse Aberdeen-Angus and Charolais herds dispersed at H&H Carlisle. The Gretnahouse herd is based a...

Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club Calf Show 2023

08.11.2023

Woodvale Miss Annie reigns supreme at Angus calf show By Julie Hazelton AN excellent show with a very strong top end in each class was how Scottish judge Brian Clarke described the Northern Ireland Ab...

Blackbird Leads HW Sale

08.11.2023

A 16 month old Blackbird heifer topped the HW production sale from Burnside of Balhadie, Dunblane, when achieving 13,000 gns. The on-farm sale held at Netherton Farm, Blackford, topped by an HW Equ...

Judge Andrew Hodge in action at the 2023 Winter National Calf Show

2023 Winter National Calf Show Report

31.10.2023

The 2023 Winter National Calf Show was held at Agri Expo at Borderway Mart, Carlisle on Friday 27th October 2023. The standard of entry was tremendous, for judge Andrew Hodge, who presided over the 8...

Aberdeen-Angus Winter National - Agri Expo 2023

26.10.2023

Livestream from the 2023 Aberdeen-Angus Winter National https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phNj-zL8m_g Results from the show : ClassClass DescriptionPlacingExhibitor Num...

2023 Stirling October Bull Sale Report

24.10.2023

Sale Report The 2023 Stirling October Bull Sale saw a selective trade for the better bulls at the Aberdeen Angus sale held at United Auctions’ Stirling Monday 23rd October. A reduced number were for...

Stirling October 2023 Sale Results

23.10.2023

Lot NumberVendorPrice (gns) 2NORMAN B BELFIELD ESQ6000 10MESSRS F J FRASER & SON12000 11CAOLAN MCBRIEN ESQ8000 13ANDREW S HODGE ESQ4500 16MESSRS D & K GRAHAM4000 17MES...

Stirling October 2023 Livestream and Class Results

22.10.2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Kh6tpvGSmU ClassPlacingLot numberAnimal nameVendorDate of birthSireDam 71st71TONLEY ANNIE X920NEIL A WATTIE ESQ17/12/2021DUNCANZIEMERE JETSTREAM...

Stirling October 2023 - Weights and Scrotal Measures

21.10.2023

Lot NumberWeightScrotal Measure 1103043 296044 395044 486542 5N/F 6Rejected 794045 894042 993041 1093041 1189542 1285036 1395542 14N/F 15N/F 1694...

Cornish Winter Fair 2023 (inc. Wadebridge Prime Stock...

17.10.2023

The Cornish Winter Fair celebrates all that's great about Cornish farming and food and incorporates the Wadebridge Prime Stock Show, which has been running for more than 140 years. The Wadebridge Prim...

154th South Eastern Prime Stock Winter Fayre

12.10.2023

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SHOW, SALE, PEDIGREE CALF SHOW, PIG SHOW, SAUSAGE & MEAT PIE COMPETITIONS THURSDAY 23rd NOVEMBER 2023Abergavenny Building, South of England Showground, Ardingly, Haywards Heath...

Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards 2024 -...

11.10.2023

Now returning for a third year, the Farm Shop & Deli Show have launched the Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards 2024, in partnership with The Grocer. The Farm Shop & Deli Product ...

Ian and Andrew Farrant use Aberdeen-Angus advantage for...

10.10.2023

The Farrant family operates a 600-cow dairy unit at Manor Farm in Oxfordshire, alongside a dairy beef finishing unit at Underley Farm in Herefordshire. The dairy herd are predominantly a cross betw...

Dungannon Venue for Aberdeen-Angus Calf Show on November...

04.10.2023

Dungannon venue for Aberdeen-Angus Calf Show on November 4 Closing date for entries is 15th October Entry forms and schedules are available for the Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club...

National TB Conference

22.09.2023

https://www.tbas.org.uk/event/tb-conference/ To be held on Wednesday 29th November 2023 at, Sixways Stadium Sixways Stadium Worcester, WR3 8ZE9am - 4:30pm. The TB Advisory Service is prou...

Rosemead Heifer Reduction Sale

21.09.2023

Sale of the entire heifer crop from the Rosemead herd From the finals of The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society International Youth Development Program Finals (Angus Stovold) Sunday 1 October 2023 at...

Aberdeen Angus Heifer Raffle raises £14,000 for local...

06.09.2023

THE Keith Forsythe Memorial Raffle has raised a total of £14,000 which has been divided equally between two local charities – Air Ambulance Northern Ireland, and the Laurel House chemotherapy unit at ...

We're Hiring - Communications & Marketing Manager

06.09.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Communications & Marketing Manager to join our team. The Aberdeen-Angus breed is proven worldwide to produce meat of su...

Registrations and DNA Testing

06.09.2023

Male registrations In order to reduce the cost of DNA testing, the Society will no longer be testing all male animals upon registration. Instead, the Society will be emailing a list to breeders of an...

Aberdeen-Angus delivers simplicity and ease for County Antrim...

29.08.2023

The easy-calving and easy-fleshing nature of Aberdeen-Angus cattle is key to the success of Bill Harpur’s suckler herd near Portrush. The County Antrim farmer runs a herd of 60 suckler cows, compri...

Nominations Open for Prestigious David Thomlinson Award

24.08.2023

Harrison & Hetherington are welcoming nominations for the prestigious David Thomlinson Award, with the winner to be announced at the 2023 Borderway Agri Expo. Dedicated to one of the live...

Sligo breeder impressed with Aberdeen Angus herds in...

22.08.2023

THE Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club has unveiled the winners of its 2023 Herd Competition, generously sponsored by WK Powell and Sons Agricultural Supplies in Armagh. Announcing the winners at t...

JAMES STOBO CBE, DL, FRAgS 1934-2023

21.08.2023

JAMES STOBO CBE, DL, FRAgS 1934-2023 Jimmy Stobo passed away recently at home in his 89th year. His herd of Aberdeen Angus was established in the 1950’s, at Fishwick, Berwickshire, under the pr...

Christine McHattie – (Lochussie)

18.08.2023

Christine passed away unexpectedly, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness on Sunday 13th August 2023, aged 69 years. Beloved wife of the late Ronald, much loved mum of Frazer and Laura, mother in law of ...

Veterinary Medicines in Beef Cattle - Scotland Only

16.08.2023

The study aims to use medicine use as a proxy for the diseases that animals have been, or are likely to be, exposed to. The motivation is two-fold: first, to determine what diseases are most prevalent...

UK Sires - ON FARM AND ON STUD...

14.08.2023

Dear Breeders, ON FARM AND ON STUD SEMEN COLLECTION SERVICE. The team at UK Sires are justly proud of the service that we offer right across the whole of England, Scotland and Wales f...

'What an Angus Can Do At Grass' NI...

10.08.2023

‘What Angus Can Do At Grass’ Open Day Focus on August 19 By Julie Hazelton All roads will lead to Fivemiletown in County Tyrone on Saturday 19th August for the Northern Ireland Ab...

Herd Book Volume 147 - Pre-Order Form

09.08.2023

Last chance to order volume 147 of the Herd Book. Must be completed and returned by 31st August 2023. Either post into the office or email back to [email protected] Vol. 147 of the Abe...

Switch to pedigree Aberdeen-Angus brings joy back to...

01.08.2023

The Gilbert family – Harry and his brother George, alongside their father Nick and uncle Phil – are fourth generation tenant farmers at Nantyglasdwr Farms near Hay-on-Wye. They run a mixed livestoc...

Aberdeen-Angus producers celebrated at Royal Highland Show steak...

01.08.2023

Aberdeen-Angus producers were celebrated at a special steak contest at this year’s Royal Highland Show. The annual Asda steak competition, held in conjunction with meat processor ABP, is designed t...

Coolermoney cow wins NI Aberdeen Angus Championship

01.08.2023

By Julie Hazelton THE Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club held its annual Summer Championship at the 103rd Clogher Valley Show. This year’s show was judged by Scotsman Ian Watson, owner of the 50...

2023 Aberdeen-Angus Summer National

29.07.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society have partnered once more with Robert Smith to livestream the judging from the 2023 Summer National. This year’s judge is Angus Stovold of the Rosemead Aberdeen-Ang...

AGRIFEST 2023

27.07.2023

SAVE THE DATE - AGRIFEST 2023 Wednesday 8th November At Westpoint Arena, Exeter Including pedigree Aberdeen Angus calf classes, judged by Mrs Millie Birch: Pedigree Aberdeen Angus bull calf, born ...

2023 Royal Welsh Show

21.07.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society have partnered once more with Robert Smith to livestream the judging from the 2023 Royal Welsh Show.This years Judge is Mr Paul Jones, Penclippin Farm, Carmarthenshir...

Glenbrae Herd scoops Ulster Championship at Castlewellan

18.07.2023

Glenbrae herd scoops Ulster Championship at Castlewellan By Julie Hazelton Rain didn’t dampen the spirits of Aberdeen Angus breeders competing for the coveted Ulster Championship Trophy at the 54t...

Thainstone Spectacular Show & Sale 2023

10.07.2023

Plans are well underway for Thainstone's Spectacular Show & Sale of Aberdeen Angus cattle events, to be held at Thainstone on Friday 18th August and Friday 15th September. Friday 18th...

2023 Great Yorkshire Show

08.07.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society have partnered once more with Robert Smith to livestream the judging from the 2023 Great Yorkshire Show. This year’s judge is Alan Lawson of the 50 cow Hallington ...

Dallas and Ruth Allen of the Stouphill Aberdeen-Angus herd at the Royal Highland Show

2023 Royal Highland Show

20.06.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society have partnered once more with Robert Smith to livestream the judging from this year’s Highland Show. This year’s judge is Dallas Allen of the Stouphill herd at Hum...

Central & West Fife Show 2023 Results

14.06.2023

Central and West Fife Agricultural Show was held on Saturday 3rd June at Easter Bucklyvie Farm, Crossgates. The Aberdeen Angus breed saw a great turn out and provided a challenge for Judge, Mr David G...

Forgeland Estates - Farm Manager Required

13.06.2023

Frogeland Estates We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced farm manager who will manage and develop our herd of Pedigree Aberdeen Angus cattle (breeding and showing). We require...

Welsh Multibreed Calf Show

08.06.2023

The Welsh Multibreed Pedigree Beef Calf Show is back for 2023! This will be held on Saturday the 9th of December at Carmarthen Livestock Centre. Please get in touch with secretary Anwen Thomas on 0...

Pedigrees for Peace Sale

23.05.2023

Pedigrees for Peace Sale, 25-26th May 2023. 12noon - 6pm at Harrison and Hetherington, Borderway Mart, Carlisle. This sale is being held to raise money for the Pickups for Peace charity deliveri...

Carlisle May Report 2023

22.05.2023

The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society held their annual spring sale at Borderway Mart, Carlisle, part of the native multi breed sale held on 20th May. A much reduced entry forward than catalogued were a ...

Summer National at Turriff Show

18.05.2023

The Summer National is back for 2023, this will be held on Monday 31st of August at Turriff Show in Aberdeenshire. Keep your eyes peeled for the livestock schedule coming soon - https://www.turriffsho...

Carlisle Live Stream May 2023

17.05.2023

Carlisle Show and Sale - Friday 19th & Saturday 20th May 2023 Show Friday 19th May 3pm - http://livestream.com/RobertSmith/events/10853114 Full results below: ClassPlacingLot N...

Balmoral Report

17.05.2023

Woodvale hat-trick at 154th Balmoral Show THE Armour family from County Down scooped the Aberdeen Angus championship and the second reserve interbreed beef champion of champions award at the Royal Uls...

Pre-order form – Herd Book Volume 147

12.05.2023

If you wish to place an order for the Herd Book volume 147, then please complete the form by clicking here and either email it back to: [email protected] or post it to the office for the att...

May Sale Report - United Auctions Stirling Bull...

02.05.2023

Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society – Stirling May Sale 2023 The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society held their annual spring breeding sale at United Auctions Stirling on Monday 1st May, where the 20 forward m...

Neville Forsyth - 7th July 1939 to 23rd...

02.05.2023

Obituary: Neville Forsythe – 7th July 1939 to 23rd February 2023 Neville Ivan Harkness Forsythe, formerly of Woodview Farm, Moneymore, passed away peacefully in hospital on 23rd February. He wa...

Stirling Bull Sales Results for May 2023

30.04.2023

The table below holds the May 2023 Aberdeen-Angus Stirling Bull Sales results Livestream available from 2:30pm ClassPlacingLot No.ExhibitorAnimalDate of BirthSireDam Class 151st583D MU...

Select cattle which thrive on grass to protect...

21.04.2023

Farmers are being encouraged to choose breeds which thrive on grass-based systems as a means of protecting their businesses against volatile input costs. The advice from Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Socie...

Aberdeen-Angus Showcase at 114th Ballymoney Show

20.04.2023

Aberdeen Angus showcase at 114th Ballymoney Show By Julie Hazelton North Antrim Agricultural Society is set to showcase the Aberdeen Angus breed at its 114th Ballymoney Show taking pla...

Dungannon Sale Report

19.04.2023

Champion leads Dungannon Aberdeen Angus trade at 5,400gnsThere was a strong demand for Aberdeen Angus bulls at the Native Breed’s Show and Sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart.A small, but quality en...

Devon County Show

19.04.2023

Devon County Show 18th – 20th May 2023 Cattle entries are open for the Devon County Show, 18th – 20th May 2023 and we cannot wait to welcome you to Westpoint to catch up with good friends...

Worcester Sale Report

19.04.2023

The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society held their annual spring sale at Worcester market, part of the multi breed sale held on 15th April. The select entry forward sold well with 7 females and 7 bulls cha...

Aberdeen-Angus Show at Worcester Market 15th April 2023

14.04.2023

Catch the Aberdeen-Angus Show at Worcester Market, 9:30am on Saturday the 15th of April 2023. Results will be posted as soon as possible after the sale. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXx1pjv2i...

2023 Aberdeen-Angus Youth Development Programme kicks off this...

12.04.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is calling all budding young stockmen and women to sign up for the 2023 Youth Development Programme (YDP) workshops which start at the end of April. Tina Russell, ...

Monitoring Veterinary Medicine Usage To Improve Animal Performance...

12.04.2023

Aberdeen-Angus Club Challenge

08.04.2023

Courtesy of the Howie Family's Deeside Activity Park, the Central Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club have set a club vs. club challenge. The day will involve: 1:00pm Arrive and Check-in at DAP. In...

Sale report from Melton Mowbray

07.04.2023

At the recent multi breed sale at Melton Mowbray, Aberdeen Angus bulls represented themselves well under the careful eye of judge Will Ives.D & PA Evans from the Tree Bridge herd at Middlesboroug...

Webinar : Where are we with TB in...

21.03.2023

TB breakdowns bring a lot of stress and anxiety for those dealing with the impacts on their herd, but also for other cattle keepers reminding them that it could happen to them.NFUS invites members, ve...

Royal Cornwall Show Entries Open

15.03.2023

The Royal Cornwall Show 2023 - Entries now open to exhibitors! Please find link to schedule and entry forms here. For more information please contact Louise Thorpe - 01208 814489 or livestock@ro...

University of Surrey - Research Study

14.03.2023

The University of Surrey needs you! Researchers at the school of Veterinary Medicine are looking for sheep and cattle poo samples for a research project on liver fluke. Anyone in the UK who has she...

PENWAC Club AGM

14.03.2023

The PENWAC Club had a well attended AGM at the Garstang Golf Club & Hotel. We were fortunate enough to have the recently appointed Society president Finlay Munro and wife Anne-Marie join us. Finla...

Aberdeen-Angus can offer dual premium to dairy farmers

10.03.2023

Dairy farmers are being encouraged to consider the dual benefits of an Aberdeen-Angus sire when selecting beef bulls for their herds. Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society breed development manager, Natali...

Aberdeen Spring Show & Sale 2023

03.03.2023

Aberdeen Angus bulls top 5,000gns at Aberdeen Spring Show & Sale on Wednesday the 1st of March 2023. Results from the show, kindly judged by Gordon Mackay of Upper Ardnagrask, Muir of Ord. C...

Aberdeen Angus heifer raffle raises £46,000 for Marie...

22.02.2023

Aberdeen Angus heifer raffle raises £46,000 for Marie Curie By Julie Hazelton THE Rose Moore Memorial raffle which featured a pedigree Aberdeen Angus heifer from the award-winning Millbrae Herd,...

55th Annual Beef Improvement Federation Symposium

21.02.2023

The 2023 BIF Research Symposium and Convention features educational programming and networking opportunities with leaders within the industry. The technical breakout sessions will focus on a range of ...

Aberdeen Angus bulls to 5,400gns and 5,200gns at...

21.02.2023

Aberdeen Angus bulls to 5,400gns and 5,200gns at Dungannon By Julie Hazelton There was a strong demand for pedigree Aberdeen Angus bulls at the Native Breeds spring show and sale, held at Dungan...

Dissertation sponsorship award- application form 2023

20.02.2023

Download Dissertation Sponsorship Award application form here

Canadian Aberdeen-Angus breeder urges farmers to think outside...

20.02.2023

Canadian Aberdeen-Angus breeder Arron Nerbas encouraged UK beef farmers to ‘challenge tradition’ at the recent British Cattle Breeders Conference. Mr Nerbas said many farmers had probably heard of ...

Czech Forum 2023

16.02.2023

Save the date for the Czech Forum 2023! Friday 8th- Friday 15th of September 2023 The World Angus Technical Meeting in Czechia will show you the best of what their country has to offer, focusing...

Patrick Playfair-Hannay 1929-2023

16.02.2023

Patrick Playfair-Hannay of Kingsmuir died 31st January 2023 in his 94th year ,peacefully at home. Born 12th July 1929 in Banstead ,Surrey where his father was a music teacher before moving to Colds...

Melton Mowbray Aberdeen-Angus Show & Sale

13.02.2023

Reminder for Melton Mowbray's Show and Sale on Saturday the 25th of March 2023. Entries close this Friday 17th of February!Link to the entry form can be found here - https://meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk/...

Stirling Bull Sales February 2023

08.02.2023

Stirling Bull Sales February 2023 Aberdeen-Angus met a buoyant trade at the February 2023 Stirling Bull Sales held at United Auctions’ Stirling market. Of the 111 forward, 77% found new homes, compa...

Stirling February Aberdeen-Angus Bull Sales

Live results from February 2023 Stirling Bull Sale

05.02.2023

ClassPlacingLot No.ExhibitorAnimalDate of BirthSireDam Class 131st159K & M HOWIECAIRNTON PANTENE X47102/05/2021CAIRNTON BLACK CAPTAIN V443(UK521159 600443)CAIRNTON PANTENE S402(UK521159 ...

The sad passing of Robert (Bob) Stovold of...

03.02.2023

It is with great sadness we report the death of life long Aberdeen Angus breeder Robert (Bob) Stovold of the Rosemead herd. Bob is father to Angus, the current President of the Society. He died after...

Stirling Bull Sales Judging Livestream

03.02.2023

Once again, the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is working with Robert Smith Livestream to bring the judging at Stirling Bulls Sales to you at home, in the tractor or in the bull shed! Jump on to the...

Penwac Club AGM

01.02.2023

The Penwac Club AGM will be held at the Garstang Country Hotel and Golf Club, PR3 1YE, on Sunday 26th February at 11am.Members would like to invite new breeders to the event. Lunch will be at 1pm, a 3...

Farm Strong Scotland Tour 2023

25.01.2023

Book your free tickets now for the 2023 Farmstrong tour with inspiring farmer Marc Gascoigne Link to the registration form can be found here http://bit.ly/3jbo6KJ

An update from the North East Aberdeen-Angus Club

25.01.2023

An update from the North East Aberdeen Angus club Following our AGM this week, we would like to announce our updated office bearers, Chairman – Will Chrystal Vice chair and social –...

Webinar - The value of data and getting...

19.01.2023

WEBINAR - recorded session The most recent Webinar session is available to listen again BREEDPLAN - The value of data and getting started with Breedplan

Border BULL WALK- Sunday 22nd Jan

19.01.2023

Member Notice

17.01.2023

You will shortly receive the Voting Paper for Council 2023 if you haven’t already – it is in the post along with your Annual Report. There is a vote in the constituency of England & Wales Nor...

Help with Dissertation Project

13.01.2023

Vicki Elder, the winner of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Dissertation Project is requesting help from Society members. Vicki's project is looking at the sustainability of beef farming and as pa...

Society AGM Notice

12.01.2023

The Society’s AGM will be held on Sunday 5th February 2023 in the Lomond Suite, Stirling Agricultural Centre, Stirling at 3.30pm. Please note that the room we normally use for the AGM is unavailable ...

The 75th British Cattle Breeders Club Conference

22.12.2022

Time to Challenge Traditions at the next British Cattle Breeding Conference, January 2023 “Today our very survival depends on our ability to stay awake, to adjust to new ideas, to remain vigilant and...

Aberdeen Angus bulls to 3,300gns at Dungannon

09.12.2022

Aberdeen Angus bulls to 3,300gns at Dungannon Aberdeen Angus bulls sold to a top price of 3,300gns and 3,200gns at the annual native breeds show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. ...

Aberdeen-Angus February Bull Sales Weight for Age

08.12.2022

Pedigree Cattle Services have now published the weight for age table for the February 2023 Stirling Bull Sale. Stirling February 2023 weight for age table

UK Sires signs supply contract with the Republican...

08.12.2022

UK Sires have signed a contract with the Republican Chamber of Angus, Kazakhstan to supply Aberdeen Angus semen as a first step in the genetic improvement programme of the Kazak Aberdeen-Angus herd. ...

Dungannon Bull Sale tomorrow December 6th

05.12.2022

Farm Week quarter page Nov22

Memorial raffle an opportunity to win Aberdeen Angus...

29.11.2022

Memorial raffle an opportunity to win Aberdeen Angus heifer from Coltrim By Julie Hazelton Air Ambulance Northern Ireland and the Laurel House Chemotherapy Unit at Antrim Are...

STRONG BRITISH LIVESTOCK PRESENCE AT EUROTIER 2022

24.11.2022

The British Livestock stand at the world’s leading indoor agricultural expo, EuroTier, garnered an extremely encouraging level of interest and positive support from the UK breeding sector at...

Aberdeen-Angus brand remains prominent on supermarket shelves

23.11.2022

New mystery shopper research has shown that British Aberdeen-Angus beef is the most prominent brand across premium supermarket meat ranges. Analysis carried out by the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society...

Black Beauty Bonanza Elite Female Sale

21.11.2022

Black Beauty Bonanza Elite Female Sale The North East of Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club are holding an Elite Female Sale as part of their 50th Anniversary celebrations. Friday 25th November 2022 ...

LiveScot Premier Meat Exhibition Results

21.11.2022

Results from the recent Scottish National Fatstock Club Premier Meat Exhibition. Live results Judging was held at Lanark Market on Wednesday 9th November with the judge being John Brown of Gaindykeh...

Judges Panel

21.11.2022

The Aberdeen-Angus Panel of Judges First published in 1945. The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society maintains this list of Council approved judges of Aberdeen-Angus cattle. To request to be added or re...

Millbrae Black Caoimhe X891, bred by Fr Sean Moore, Derrynoose, County Armagh, is the star prize in a memorial raffle in aid of Marie Curie.

Millbrae Black Caoimhe X891 is star prize in...

18.11.2022

A pedigree Aberdeen Angus heifer from an award-winning cow family is the star prize in a memorial raffle in aid of Marie Curie. Bred by Father Sean Moore from County Armagh, the June 2021 b...

2022 Stars of the Future Results

17.11.2022

Full results from the 2022 Stars of the Future at United Auctions at Stirling. Saturday 12th November say the 12th Stars of the Future at United Auctions at Stirling. Ably judged by Emma Hodge of the...

Northern Ireland Calf Show Results

15.11.2022

Greenacres heifer is ‘Top Lass’ at Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Calf Show By Julie Hazelton An impressive show with some phenomenal and well turned out animals was how Scottish judge Nicola How...

Skipton Sale report

11.11.2022

Johnson Yearsley herd reduction produces top of 7,800gns for cow and calf outfit at CCM Skipton annual Aberdeen-Angus highlight The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s fifth annual autumn pedigree sale...

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society sponsors AgriScot Beef Demonstration

10.11.2022

This year, the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society along with Quality Meat Scotland is sponsoring the Interactive Beef Demonstration in the main ring at AgriScot. With the effect that agflation has had o...

Acknowledgement of thanks from the Stanley Family, Coneygarth...

07.11.2022

Maureen & family would like to say a huge thank you to all our PENWAC friends who phoned, sent cards attended the funeral & offers of help received after the sad loss of Peter and and all are ...

Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Sale

31.10.2022

Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Sale Wednesday 9th November 2022 Including lots from Cragg and Buckhurst Production sale from Airedale Reduction sale of Yearsley Viewing is welcomed ...

2022 Winter National Results

29.10.2022

Aberdeen-Angus 2022 Winter National Sponsored by Stoddart's Full list of results: Overall Champion 970 FOXHILL PRINCESS CAROLINE Y167 MR &...

Pole Star sets new female breed record at...

26.10.2022

A new breed record for a female was set when Gordon Pole Star X695 went under the hammer for 40,000gns at the Stirling Bull Sales this week. This May 2022-born daughter of Netherallan Peter Pershor...

Northern farmers urged to utilise free specialist farm...

25.10.2022

independent advice they are offering under the Farm Business Advice Service (FBAS) which will be delivered as part of Defra’s £32m Future Farming Resilience Fund (FFRF) Scale Up Project. Farmers ar...

October has the Kryptonite Factor

24.10.2022

Trade for October bulls at United Auctions’ Stirling Bull Sales was selective but solid. The pre-sale intermediate and overall show champion, Keirsbeath Kryptonite X575 was one of two bulls to reac...

HW Angus Matrons sale tops at 6,500gns

22.10.2022

An in-calf heifer topped the HW Angus Matrons sale when she went under the hammer for 6,500gns. The special sale of stock from the Dunblane-based herd was held at Harrison & Hetherington’s Bord...

North East Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club 50th Celebrations

20.10.2022

Acknowledgement of thanks from the Stanley Family, Coneygarth...

20.10.2022

Maureen & family would like to say a huge thank you to all our PENWAC friends who phoned, sent cards attended the funeral & offers of help received after the sad loss of Peter and and all are ...

Aberdeen-Angus genetics on show to the world

14.10.2022

Aberdeen-Angus genetics from the home of the breed will be showcased to farmers across the world at an international trade fair in Germany next month. The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s president,...

Penguin herd dispersal tops at 6,600gn

14.10.2022

A top price of 6,600gn was achieved at the complete dispersal sale of Shropshire breeder Robert Lane’s Penguin herd. The sale of the Newport-based herd, conducted by Harrison and Hetherington at it...

Selecting the right beef genetics to help reduce...

14.10.2022

Third-generation livestock farmer Adam Quinney, farms 150 ha of grassland near Stratford-upon-Avon, made up of multiple tenancies. The business currently includes 100 Saler X Aberdeen-Angus suckler co...

Robert signing memorandum of understanding

Agreement paves way for trade with Kazakhstan

13.10.2022

Aberdeen-Angus cattle and genetics from the UK could soon be exported to Kazakhstan after breed representatives from both countries signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU). The agreement between...

Native breeds offer a sustainable future for beef...

06.10.2022

The value of native beef genetics is rapidly growing, with breeds such as Aberdeen-Angus showing that they can tick the boxes at all tiers within the beef supply chain. Better suited to grass-based...

Scottish breeder selects winners of Aberdeen Angus herd...

04.10.2022

By Julie Hazelton THE Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club has announced the winners of its recent annual herd competition, generously sponsored by WK Powell and Sons based in Keady, Coun...

2022 Youth Development Programme final report

01.10.2022

Our YDP Finalists have gone from strength-to-strength in 2022, even though they have been unable to compete for 2 years, it appears that they came to Westerton Farm, Cowie, Stirlingshire, this Final w...

The Office will be closed on Monday 3rd...

30.09.2022

Dungannon venue for Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus calf show...

22.09.2022

Closing date for entries is Saturday 8th October The Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club has announced that its annual Calf Show will take place at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart on Saturday 5th November...

North East Aberdeen-Angus Club Black Beauty Bonanza and...

21.09.2022

Penguin Aberdeen-Angus Complete Herd Dispersal Catalogue is now...

15.09.2022

Saturday 24th September 2022,12pm Borderway Mart, Carlisle Sale includes 30 cows and calves 16 cows 20 in-calf heifers 4 stock bulls and several embryo packages. Visitors welcome to P...

The office will be closed on Monday 19th...

14.09.2022

Entries are Open for the Aberdeen-Angus Winter National...

14.09.2022

?Friday 28th October 2022 ?Borderway Mart, Carlisle ❌Entries close Friday 30th September ❌ Online entire form can be found here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xmJOzi

£100 on offer for the highest priced dairy-beef...

12.09.2022

With increasing numbers of beef calves coming from the dairy sector, The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society wants to recognise high-quality Aberdeen-Angus cross calves coming through markets from dairy her...

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth

10.09.2022

It is with great sadness that we have learnt of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. On behalf of The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society, we send our heartfelt condolences and sincerest praye...

Solway Aberdeen-Angus Club Stock Judging

01.09.2022

?Sunday 11th September 2022 ⏰1pm please can you let Thomas Peters 07711995420 know if you will be attending to organise catering.

Stock Judging Day For Central Scotland Angus Club

31.08.2022

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society sponsors two dissertation projects looking...

15.08.2022

As part of their ongoing commitment to the continued progression of the beef sector, Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society has awarded dissertation sponsorship packages to two final year agricultural student...

Aberdeen-Angus herd books 1919 to 2019 -For Sale

11.08.2022

Vol XLIV (June 1919) to Vol XLVIII (June 1923) Vol 44-48 Vol L (June1925) to Vol LXXXII (June1957) Vol 50-82 Vol 83 (June1958) to Vol 144 (Dec2019) V...

Tonley Lady Heather lands supreme Great Yorkshire Show...

01.08.2022

The long journey south was worthwhile for Aberdeenshire breeders Neil and Mark Wattie when they lifted the breed championship title at the Great Yorkshire Show in July. The father-and-son duo, who ...

HW ANGUS - Matron Sale

22.07.2022

Applications open for Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society young stockperson...

22.07.2022

Young people aged between 18 and 24 who are pursuing a career in beef production are invited to apply for Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s Godfrey Neal Bursary. Launched to support the development o...

Stouphill Quorum takes the honours at the 2022...

15.07.2022

The Allen family of Stouphill had plenty to celebrate in this, the 200th year of the Royal Highland Show. The family swept the boards with overall and female championship with Stouphill Quorum T208 an...

How can breedplan help you produce beef fit...

11.07.2022

Farm facts: Newmiln Farm 800 acres 120 pedigree Aberdeen Angus cows and 400 breeding ewes Target KPI’s for the beef system Zero assists at calving 100% 400kg steer carcasses at ...

Females dominate the Summer National at Norfolk

01.07.2022

Aberdeen-Angus breeders from across the country flocked to the Royal Norfolk Show in June for the breed’s Summer National Show. The fixture was judged by Brian Clark, from the Ayrshire-based Duncan...

Aberdeen-Angus Northern Ireland Summer Championship boasts prize fund...

27.06.2022

102nd Clogher Show venue on Wednesday 27th July Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club members are gearing up for the finale of the 2022 agricultural show season – the NI Summer Championship which ta...

Top tips on efficiently grazing beef cattle

16.06.2022

With increasing volatility in input costs and the loss of subsidies, beef production margins are constantly getting squeezed, and therefore farmers should be looking to make the most of their grass....

Pre-order form – Herd Book Volume 146

10.06.2022

If you wish to place an order for the Herd Book volume 146, then please complete the form by clicking here and either email it back to: [email protected] or post it to the office for the att...

Central Scotland Aberdeen-Angus club farm visit Sunday 17th...

09.06.2022

Office closed for Jubilee Bank Holiday

01.06.2022

Pedigree House is closed Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd June for the Jubilee Bank Holiday

Superb trade and record breed averages seen at...

30.05.2022

Tremendous trade for 153 cattle all sold to a combined total of £653,730, with a top of 28,000gns for a cow and calf outfit and a standalone high of 22,000gns for a maiden heifer, with record breed av...

Producing beef efficiently with the environment in mind

25.05.2022

What does efficient beef production really mean? There are many definitions of efficient production, such as improved profitability or lower emissions or something else altogether. Robert Gilchrist...

Carlisle Spring Show & Sale 2022 - Report

24.05.2022

The Carlisle May Bull Sale saw an 86% clearance with 51 Aberdeen-Angus bulls finding new homes to an average of £4869.12, up £497 on the year with the sale topping at 9000gns. Proceedings kicked off o...

Obituary for Willie McLaren

19.05.2022

William McLaren Noted cattle breeder For many in the cattle world, Willie McLaren who died recently was “Mr Aberdeen Angus.” It was a label that recognised his unstinting efforts over many years...

Willie Mclaren funeral service

17.05.2022

Willie Mclaren funeral service will take place on Thursday 19th May at 11 am in Blackford Parish Church, followed by his interment at Blackford Cemetery. All family and friends are respectfully invite...

‘Extra flash’ gives heifer the edge in Angus...

13.05.2022

A flashy heifer bred by the Armour family from Dromara won the junior and supreme overall Aberdeen Angus championships at the 153rd Balmoral Show. This is the family’s second successive Balmoral br...

Willie McLaren

09.05.2022

It is with great sadness that the Society reports the passing of Willie McLaren of the renowned Netherton herd. A stalwart of the Aberdeen-Angus breed for more than 80 years, he was known worldwide fo...

Stirling May Bull Sale 2022 - Report

03.05.2022

The 2022 May bull show and sale kicked off at United Auctions in Stirling with the show on Sunday 1st of May followed by the sale on Monday 2nd May. Trade was select but was similar to the last two ye...

Drumhill leads Aberdeen Angus trade at 5,100gns...

21.04.2022

Strong demand as breed average rises £400 at Dungannon Commercial suckler producers and dairy farmers were out in force to secure stock bulls at the native breeds show and sale, held at Dungannon ...

Barbara’s outstanding service recognised by Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society

14.04.2022

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s Hugh Watson Memorial Award for outstanding service to the Aberdeen-Angus breed has been awarded to Barbara Webster, the recently retired and long serving manager of...

Selecting beef to achieve the best eating quality

08.04.2022

Four top tips to ensure you get the highest eating quality out of the beef you buy. Robert Gilchrist, CEO of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society, explains his four top tips to make sure you buy the b...

Entries are open for the Aberdeen-Angus Summer National...

07.04.2022

I am delighted to give you electronically the CATTLE Prize Schedule and Online Entry Form Link for this year’s Aberdeen-Angus Summer National at the Royal Norfolk Show. CLICK HERE FOR PRIZE SCHEDULE ...

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society appoints a new CEO

30.03.2022

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society has appointed Robert Gilchrist as the new Chief Executive Officer to lead them forward in achieving their vision of producing beef fit for the future. After joinin...

Top Three Factors Influencing Suckler Beef Productivity

15.03.2022

Robert Gilchrist, acting CEO of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society, discusses three factors to help farmers take their herd performance to the next level, improving margins in a time of uncertainty. ...

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club- AGM Monday 28th...

03.03.2022

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club are holding their AGM on Monday 28 March at 8.00pm in Dungannon Rugby Club. All breeders in N.I. are encouraged to attend and new Club members will be made ve...

South West of England Aberdeen-Angus club AGM

25.02.2022

An Event for Tayside Food Producers - Hosted...

25.02.2022

We all know that Tayside is recognised - both nationally and internationally - as a place that produces the finest food and drink. What you may not know is that Tayside Contracts is the l...

Pennine and North West Aberdeen Angus Club -...

18.02.2022

The PENWAC Club ( Pennine and North West Aberdeen Angus Club) will be holding their AGM on Sunday 27th of February at 11am at The Garstang Country Club and Golf Club. Bowgreave ,Garstang. PR3 1YE. fol...

Aberdeen-Angus tops BCMS registrations

17.02.2022

The Aberdeen-Angus breed has come out top in the BCMS 2021 registration results. With 471,528 registrations across the year, Robert Gilchrist, acting CEO of The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society says, ...

Woodvale bull tops Dungannon Aberdeen-Angus trade at 4,200gns

11.02.2022

There was a steady trade for Aberdeen Angus bulls and females at the society’s February show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. Prices peaked at 4,200gns and 4,000gns, with auctioneer Steph...

Blelack bows out in style at the Aberdeen-Angus...

09.02.2022

The 2022 show and sale season kicked off at United Auctions in Stirling on Sunday the 6th of February with the Aberdeen-Angus show, followed by the sale on Monday the 7th. With a 74% clearance, 95 bul...

What does the next 12-months look like for...

04.02.2022

Beef industry outlook for 2022 The demand for Aberdeen-Angus genetics is strong across the industry. Premium beef prices coupled with low production costs is seeing many suckler producers switching...

United Auctions Stirling February Bull Sales 2022- Sunday...

04.02.2022

CATALOGUE PROGRAMME OF EVENTS BUYER REGISTRATION All buyers must register for the sale for either attending or bidding online. You must only register to attend the sale if you ha...

Dungannon Aberdeen - Angus Show & Sale

02.02.2022

Tuesday 8th February 2022 Dungannon Farmers mart Show 10:30am Sale 12pm Full Catalogue can be found Here

Leading Aberdeen-Angus breeder recognised with an MBE for...

26.01.2022

Anne Morrison founding member of the Aberdeen-Angus Quality Beef (AAQB) co-operative has been awarded an MBE for her promotion of the breed and services to the agricultural sector over the last 40 yea...

Rachel Biggar Presents £16750 to RSABI

26.01.2022

The Chair of RSABI, the charity which supports people in Scottish agriculture, extended heartfelt thanks to Rachel Biggar during a visit to her family’s farm, near Castle Douglas. Miss Biggar prese...

Aberdeen-Angus Herd Books -For Sale

24.01.2022

For more information please contact Andy Smith on: Telephone - Home no. - 01809 501 260. Mobile no. - 07880 792 805.

Youth Development Programme Ireland Workshop Dates & Booking...

24.01.2022

Youth Development Programme Ireland Workshop Dates & Booking Form 2022 Ireland Coordinator Niall Lynch – [email protected] Saturday 21st May ( Ulster ) Drummeer ...

Youth Development Programme Southern England and Wales...

24.01.2022

Youth Development Programme Southern England and Wales Workshop Dates & Booking Form 2022 Saturday 23rd April Temple Angus, Judith Denning and Family, Temple Farm, Chedzoy...

Youth Development Programme North of England and Wales...

24.01.2022

Youth Development Programme North of England and Wales Workshop Dates & Booking Form 2022 North of England and Wales Coordinator Jess Musk – [email protected] Satu...

Youth Development Programme Scotland Workshop Dates & Booking...

24.01.2022

YDP Scotland Workshop Dates & Booking Form Scotland Coordinator Stephanie Dick - [email protected] Saturday 28th May Deveron Herd, Hamish Slater, Denhead Farms, Dunlugas, Turriff, Aber...

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – SUNDAY 13th FEBRUARY 2022...

21.01.2022

Dear Member of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society, ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – SUNDAY 13th FEBRUARY 2022 at 3.00pm The Society’s AGM will once again be a virtual, on-line meeting using...

The Border Aberdeen Angus Club - Bull Walk

21.01.2022

Sunday 23rd January 10:00 am Stouphill NE66 2LF ( Humbleheugh) 11:15 am Borewell TD15 2RJ ( Light refreshments provided) 12:30 pm Rulesmains TD11 3SY 13:15 pm Gordon Td4 6BB 14...

Youth Development Programme Senior Conference Spring 2022- Thursday...

17.01.2022

The Aberdeen-Angus YDP Senior Conference is for young people with an interest in beef cattle, from any breed or college, aged 18 - 26 yrs (although this year, we may accept participants up to 29 if yo...

Free test to tackle Mycoplasma bovis

13.01.2022

Press release 13 January 2022 Free test to tackle Mycoplasma bovis Mycoplasma bovis is of growing concern to farmers and vets, causing widespre...

Aberdeen - Angus Herd Book - For Sale

10.01.2022

The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society The Aberdeen Angus Herd Book Entries to 1st June Volume No. of Copies if more than 1 1912 XXXVII 1923 XLVIII 1925 L 192...

Aberdeen Angus bulls sell to 4,400gns twice at...

08.12.2021

There was a strong demand for pedigree Aberdeen Angus bulls at the breed society’s December show and sale, hosted by Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. Prices reached a ceiling of 4,400gns twice, with auctio...

Black Beauty Bonanza

05.12.2021

Aberdeen-Angus breeders turned out in force for the North East Aberdeen-Angus Club’s Black Beauty Bonanza, which for the first time was held at the end of November as part of Aberdeen and Northern Mar...

Aberdeen-Angus genetics leading the way at LiveScot with...

03.12.2021

Aberdeen-Angus breeders took home the prestigious accolade of overall Beef Rib champion at this year’s LiveScot. Held at Lanark Agricultural Centre, Matthew and Heather Currie from the Kingholm Her...

Nominations to Council 2022

30.11.2021

The closing date for nominations to Council for 2022 is 4th December. Should you wish to be considered for one of the vacancies on Council, please forward your completed form including proposer an...

Society news update

25.11.2021

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society has announced the resignation of Barrie Turner as Chief Executive. Robert Gilchrist will be acting Chief Executive, working alongside the Presidential team, compr...

Angus Fever Sale Press Release

22.11.2021

full sale report for the 2021 Angus Fever Sale which was held at Carlisle on Friday 19th November can be found on the link below. Full Angus Fever Sale Report

HW Angus 10th Anniversary Matron Sale- Report

22.11.2021

On Friday 19th November we saw the first HW Angus Matron Sale at H & H Borderway Mart, Carlisle. These females have been bred to be more moderate, easy fleshing and easy calving animals with high ...

Stars of the Future Calf Show 2021- Report

16.11.2021

Saturday the 13th of November saw the 11th Stars of the Future’s Calf Show held at United Auctions, Stirling. With over 60 entries forward for the Aberdeen-Angus section, it proved to be a popular eve...

Central Scotland Aberdeen- Angus Club - Annual Membership...

10.11.2021

MEMBERS ITS THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN. CSAACLUB ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP PAYMENTS ARE NOW DUE. WE WELCOME NEW MEMBERS OFF ALL AGES AND FARMING BACKGROUNDS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME. FOR INFORMATION AND PAYME...

HW ANGUS - 10th Anniversary Matron Sale

08.11.2021

HW ANGUS - 10th Anniversary Matron Sale Friday 19th November 2021 Carlisle H&H 12:45pm William McLaren : 07740786112 Full Catalogue can be found here

Society news update

08.11.2021

It is with great regret that the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society announces the resignation of David Ismail as President. We wish him well going forward. In light of this, Alan Cheney, the Immediate Pas...

Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Sale

08.11.2021

Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Sale Wednesday 9th November 2022 Including lots from Cragg and Buckhurst Production sale from Airedale Reduction sale of Yearsley Viewing is welcomed ...

Borderway Agri Expo - Winter National 2021 -...

01.11.2021

Friday the 29th of October saw the Society head to Borderway Agri Expo at Carlisle for the 2021 Aberdeen-Angus Winter National. With over 100 entries in, it proved to be a popular event. Judging on th...

Stirling October Bull Sale - Report

21.10.2021

Blelack shine through on all fronts Stirling October sale 2021 was what can only be termed as a very special event in the history of the breed where the full and final dispersal sale of Neil and Gr...

Blelack Dispersal Sale - Report

21.10.2021

A huge amount of preparation first started in the depths of the Covid pandemic when the announcement in the Review of 2020 that owing to family health circumstances the Blelack herd was to be disperse...

Tonley Production Sale - Report

21.10.2021

In conjunction with The Blelack, sale Neil and Mark Wattie offered a production sale of females, cow and calf units and heifers for sale. A great deal of preparation had gone into the cattle on the ru...

Dungannon December Pedigree Aberdeen- Angus Show and Sale...

14.10.2021

Entries for the Aberdeen- Angus Show & Sale on 7th December 2021 in Dungannon close on 17 October 2021. Entry forms can only be obtained by downloading them from the Dungannon Farmers' Mart web...

Stirling October Bull Sales Pre Sale Checklist

08.10.2021

Weight for Age – Stirling October Sale: With the new Society rules coming in at the start of last year for weight for age at all official Society sales, please see the links below with the weight f...

Worcester Reduction Sale of Rotherwick Herd + Slawston...

06.10.2021

The joint Production sales from the Rotherwick Herd of Tony Foster and the Slawston Herd from Slawston Grange Estate culminated in a top of 4600GNS for the last lot of the sale Fordel Bishop Monkton h...

Carlisle Autumn Pedigree Sale - Report

06.10.2021

The Autumn sale of Pedigree Beef animals was held this year on Friday the 1st of October 2021 at Harrison and Hetherington, Borderway mart at Carlisle. with a disappointing five bulls forward for the ...

Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club Raise Funds For Charity

29.09.2021

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club has presented a cheque for £500 to club member and Ulster and Ireland rugby ace Rory Best, Loughans Herd, who recently completed a 180 mile walking challenge ...

Angus tops the interbreed poll at Balmoral

29.09.2021

Angus tops the interbreed poll at Balmoral By Julie Hazelton Black coats were fashionable at the 152nd Balmoral Show, with Aberdeen Angus cattle securing a number of prestigious prizes in the in...

South East of England Aberdeen Angus Club 2021...

27.09.2021

South East of England Aberdeen Angus Club 2021 herd Competition Judge William McLaren Name He...

Balmoral Show - Report

27.09.2021

Miss Annie claims Balmoral Aberdeen Angus title By Julie Hazelton A fantastic show, with a tremendous championship line-up and great representatives of the breed, was how English judge David ...

Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club - Annual Herds...

24.09.2021

Results Sheet Results to be announced in Reverse order Small Herd 1st A & G Parke - Coolermoney Herd 2nd G McPeake - Grove Gr...

Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Show & Sale -...

23.09.2021

Entries are open for Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Show & Sale to be held on 10th November 2021 at Craven Cattle Marts ltd Gargrave Rd, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1UD Tel: 01756 792...

Stars of the Future Calf Show

22.09.2021

The Stars of the Future Calf Show is back for 2021 on Saturday 13th November at UA, Stirling. Entries close on the 15th October 2021 Enter online here Contacts: Email:- [email protected] *...

Westmorland Summer National Report

17.09.2021

Aberdeen-Angus 2021 National Summer Show - Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society With Covid restrictions hopefully in the rear-view mirror, 222nd Westmoreland County Show played host to our Aberdeen-Ang...

Pedigree Female Sale 11th September 2021

10.09.2021

Sale of Pedigree Females Saturday 11th September 2021 at United Auctions. Aberdeen- Angus sale 11am. Catalogue

Blelack and Tonley Herds - Open Day

06.09.2021

DATE FOR DIARY BLELACK AND TONLEY HERDS OPEN DAY SUNDAY 3RD OCTOBER 2021 All welcome to visit and view the dispersal and draft sale cattle destined for Stirling Bull Sales 18th October 20...

Scottish National Fatstock Club releases full schedule for...

06.09.2021

Check out all our classes in place for this year's events including NEW sections Schedule now released to view our lastest classes with new exciting sections ready to go ahead this year! Entries w...

August Report 2021

01.09.2021

Membership Monthly Update August 2021 From the CEO’s Chair! Where did August go? Is the first point that I would like to make, and the answer is that it just did! Harvest by all accounts has...

Central Scotland Aberdeen- Angus Club - Stockjudging Day

19.08.2021

HELD BY R & C RETTIE ON SUNDAY 19TH SEPT 2021 1PM AT CRAIGEND FARM, METHVEN PH1 3QY IF YOU WISH TO ATTEND CONTACT CLUB SECRETARY ELAINE SMITH [email protected] or 07719440542 By 30th ...

Warson Matrons Sale - Thursday 26th August 2021

18.08.2021

To provide space for us to bring on our younger cattle and to take full advantage of our genetic improvements programme, Warson will be holding a Matron’s Sale on Thursday 26th August at 2pm, on the f...

Production Sales - 2nd October Worcester Market

18.08.2021

Rotherwick Herd – T A Foster Slawston Herd – Slawston Grange Estate Under Society Rules at Worcester Market on Saturday 2nd October 2021 commencing 11am totalling 70 head, Cows & Calves, ser...

Blelack dispersal this October at Stirling

12.08.2021

Blelack are delighted to announce that former assistant breed secretary Neil Caul will be acting as sale agent for the Blelack dispersal this October at Stirling . Neil is a highly respected cattle ma...

IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE – REGISTRATION DISCOUNT

10.08.2021

Following on from the Council meeting held on the 28th of July 2021, Council unanimously decided to withdraw the issue of registration discounts.

July Report - 2021

03.08.2021

CEO Report to Membership July 2021 Staff We continue to work around COVID 19 restrictive practices in Pedigree house; all precautions are in place and staff attendance is still limited with remo...

Nightingale Herd Dispersal Sale Report

02.08.2021

Nightingale Herd Dispersal Sale Report, Worcester Market – Convened by Mc Carneys Livestock Auctions Saturday 31st July 2021 A packed auction ring reflecting the reputation of the choice of b...

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society responds to National Food...

28.07.2021

Last week (Thursday 15 July 2021), Henry Dimbleby’s keenly anticipated National Food Strategy part two was released. It outlines proposed recommendations to address the major issues facing the English...

Great Yorkshire Show Report -2021

22.07.2021

Great Yorkshire show report After a long break owing to the Pandemic the great Yorkshire show for 2021 opened its doors to a limited public attendance over a four-day period instead of the normal...

ABRI Launch New Website

22.07.2021

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TREFNANT HALL WINS GRASSLAND MANAGEMENT AWARD FOR 2021

21.07.2021

To Read the full article please click on the link below. Link to Article

N.I. Club Annual Herds Competition

19.07.2021

N.I. Club Annual Herds Competition will take place from w/c 16 August 2021 over a period of 2 to 3 weeks. It will include the usual classes and is open to all Aberdeen Angus breeders in Northern Ir...

BORDERWAY AGRI-EXPO HONOURS INDUSTRY LEGEND

13.07.2021

Leading Livestock Showcase marks legacy of one of the UK’s most noted Auctioneers, David Thomlinson, who spent his lifetime’s career working for Harrison & Hetherington. In recognition of one ...

Nightingale Aberdeen Angus - Dispersal Sale

08.07.2021

Preliminary Announcement We have been informed by Angela Robertson a complete dispersal of the Nightingale Herd will take place at Worcester Market on Saturday 31st July 2021 at 11am. The famed ...

Devon County Show 2021 - Report

07.07.2021

Banjo plays a Tune a Devon County! One of the very first county shows to be held in 2021 went extremely well at Devon County this weekend. In one of the first events of its type to go ahead in 2021, ...

Harte Farm - Dispersal Sale

30.06.2021

Harte Farms have decided to disperse their Aberdeen Angus herd due to a change in farming system. The sale includes cows with calves at foot, dry cows, maiden heifers, recipients carrying embryos, fro...

Bi- Weekly Update - Friday 25th June 2021

25.06.2021

CEO Biweekly Report 25/6/2021 We are moving the Biweekly update from a fortnightly publication to a monthly one so the next update will be on the last Friday of the month from now on. But here i...

Alasdair Houston MBE DL FRAgS - Obituary

22.06.2021

It is with great sadness that I bring the news of the passing of Society member Alasdair Houston of the Gretna House Herd. Alasdair passed away aged 59 on the 21st June 2021 after a long battle with c...

Wanted - Pedigree Stockman/ General Farm Worker -...

17.06.2021

We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate the following qualities: Reliable Punctual Committed - long term position Motivation to improve and progress the herd •Communication ...

Royal Highland Showcase Report - 14th June 2021

16.06.2021

Royal Highland Showcase Event 14/6/2021 The Show machine starts to roll again with Aberdeen Angus breeders turning out to show their wares in the shop window which this year was known as the “Highl...

Rachel Biggar running to raise funds for RSABI

16.06.2021

Rachel Biggar is running 100km in a month to raise funds for RSABI, in memory of her late father Donald Biggar OBE. Mr Biggar was a highly respected Dumfries & Galloway farmer renowned for his ...

Bi - Weekly Update- Friday 11th June 2021

11.06.2021

CEO BI Weekly update 11/6/2021 Scotland has moved to Covid Tier level one in the main but certainly Perth and Kinross which covers the office. This still defaults to working from home if it is at...

Pre-order form – Herd Book Volume 145

08.06.2021

If you wish to place an order for the Herd Book volume 145, please click on the link below to download and complete the form, then either email it back to: [email protected] or post it to th...

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society expands knowledge base

04.06.2021

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is forging ahead in 2021, with Society member numbers rising and the breed racing up the BCMS registrations league table. Barrie Turner, Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Soci...

Bi- Weekly Update - Friday 28th May 2021

28.05.2021

Bi-weekly update 28th May 2021 CEO report A lowering of the tier system in Scotland is allowing us to make a slightly bolder approach to the return to normal working and attending the office,...

Carlisle Spring Show & Sale Report - 22nd...

25.05.2021

Overall Champion and Overall reserve champion with Judge Dallas Allen Auchincrieve Excalibur W553 and Lot 43 Rulesmains Kings Gold W321 which went on to be unsold in the sale and retained by the herd ...

Harrison & Hetherington Spring Show & Sale 2021...

18.05.2021

Friday 21st May - Saturday 22nd May Friday 21st May : Show 12:30pm Saturday 22nd May: Sale 10am 86 Bulls 19 Females Catalogue

Summer National Show 2021 - Westmorland County Show

17.05.2021

So The show season ends with a spectacular Summer National show by kind permission of the Westmorland County Show which will be held at the County showground on the 8th and 9th of September. A two day...

Old Herd Books - For Sale

15.05.2021

A few volume's of our beautiful old herd books have come up for sale they are 88,90,91,92,93,94 and 98 If anyone is interested in them please contacted Mike Tait on [email protected]

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 14th May 2021

14.05.2021

Here we are again it's Friday and Bi-weekly time again. Where does the time go - it's unbelievable how the weeks are flying past all things considered. It’s a really hectic time of the year at the Soc...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 30th April 2021

30.04.2021

CEO Bi Weekly Update, 30/4/2021 I hope that everyone is keeping well. Challenges of the dry spring are being reported with a lack of grass at this time of year. Combined with the unseasonable fr...

United Auctions May Bull Sale 2021 - Catalogue

22.04.2021

United Auctions May Bull Sale 2021 - Catalogue: Sunday 2nd May - Monday 3rd May 2021 CATALOGUE BUYER REGISTRATION PROGRAMME OF EVENTS All buyers must register for the sale for either at...

Strong demand as Aberdeen-Angus bulls soar to 5,200gns...

21.04.2021

Strong demand as Aberdeen-Angus bulls soar to 5,200gns at Dungannon: Complete clearance as 12 lots sell to average £3,447 There was a strong demand for pedigree Aberdeen-Angus bulls at the annua...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 16th April 2021

16.04.2021

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 16th April 2021: A Top Price of 4,700gns at the Spring Worcester Sale: A top price of 4,700gns was reached at the Worcester Spring sale of Aberdeen-Angus bulls and fema...

Weight for Age - Stirling & Carlisle Sales

08.04.2021

Weight for Age - Stirling & Carlisle Sales: With the new Society rules coming in at the start of last year for weight for age at all Official Society sales, here is a list showing the weight fo...

A Top Price of 4,700gns at the Spring...

06.04.2021

A Top Price of 4,700gns at the Spring Worcester Sale: A top price of 4,700gns was reached at the Worcester Spring sale of Aberdeen-Angus bulls and females on Saturday 3rd April 2021. A total of 11 ...

UA, Stirling May Sale 2021 - Programme of...

06.04.2021

UA, Stirling May Sale 2021 - Programme of Events: PROGRAMME OF EVENTS CATALOGUE

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 2nd April 2021

02.04.2021

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 2nd April 2021: Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association – Announcement of the Appointment of a General Manager: It is with great pleasure that the Irish Aberdeen-Angus Associa...

ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY – 2021 BREED AWARDS

30.03.2021

ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY – 2021 BREED AWARDS: Today we sent out an email to all summer show secretary's (please check junk boxes). See copy of email below... Dear Show Secretary, I hope ...

Melton Mowbray - Sale Report

29.03.2021

Melton Mowbray - Sale Report: A small but quality offering of Aberdeen-Angus bulls saw a high of 3600gns at the Melton Mowbray Market, Multibreed sale on 27th March 2021. Four bulls found new homes...

Melton Mowbray Sale - Catalogue

22.03.2021

Melton Mowbray Sale - Catalogue: SATURDAY 27th MARCH 2021 CATALOGUE Contact Melton Mowbray for more information - 01664 562971

Worcester Sale - Catalogue

22.03.2021

Worcester Sale - Catalogue: SATURDAY 3rd APRIL 2021 CATALOGUE Contact Worcester Market for more information - 01905 769770

Melton Mowbray Sale - Saturday 27th March 2021

19.03.2021

Melton Mowbray Sale - Saturday 27th March 2021: Saturday 27th March 2021 Register for attending and online bidding - 01664 562971 Face masks MUST be worn at all times ...

Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association - Announcement of the Appointment...

19.03.2021

Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association - Announcement of the Appointment of a General Manager: It is with great pleasure that the Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association is in a position to announce the appoint...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Geoff Lawn

16.03.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Geoff Lawn: It is with great sadness that we have to report the passing of Geoff Lawn, Crook Rise Aberdeen-Angus herd. Geoff was a member of the North Ea...

H&H, Carlisle Spring Sale 2021 - Entry Form

15.03.2021

H&H, Carlisle Spring Sale 2021 - Entry Form: Friday 21st & Saturday 22nd May 2021 Entries close - Friday 26th March 2021 ENTRY FORM SCHEDULE HERD HEALTH DECLARATION Please c...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 12th March 2021

12.03.2021

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 12th March 2021: Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Jim Jack: It is with much sadness that we have to report the passing of Jim Jack, 6th March 2021, peacefully, ...

We’re Hiring - Breed Development Manager

12.03.2021

We’re Hiring - Breed Development Manager: The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is looking for a Breed Development Manager capable of driving the uptake of Aberdeen-Angus cattle and beef. Working as a ...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Jim Jack

08.03.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Jim Jack: It is with much sadness that we have to report the passing of Jim Jack, 6th March 2021, peacefully, at the South West Acute Hospital Enniskillen. ...

Registrations Department

05.03.2021

Registrations Department: Our registrations department is unmanned today due to unforeseen circumstances. We hope that normal service will resume on Monday. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

We’re Hiring - Breed Development Manager

03.03.2021

We’re Hiring - Breed Development Manager: The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is looking for a Breed Development Manager capable of driving the uptake of Aberdeen-Angus cattle and beef. Working as a ...

United Auctions, Stirling May Sale - Entry Form

02.03.2021

United Auctions, Stirling May Sale - Entry Form: SALE: Sunday 2nd - Monday 3rd May 2021 CLOSING DATE: Friday 19th March 2021 Entry Form Herd Health Declaration Please contact Caroline o...

Genus ABS - Beef Webinar - Wednesday 3rd...

01.03.2021

Genus ABS - Beef Webinar - Wednesday 3rd March 2021: Are you looking to increase your profitability this breeding season? On Wednesday 3rd March at 7.30pm Genus ABS are hosting a webinar open to...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 26th February 2021

26.02.2021

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 26th February 2021: Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Pam Brewis (Eastfield): It is with much sadness that we have to report the passing of Mrs Pam Brewis wife o...

AGM

26.02.2021

AGM: We can now confirm that a date has been set for the Annual General Meeting which is as follows: Wednesday 31st March 2021 at 1.00pm Due to current restrictions, this will be a virtual, ...

Dungannon Spring Sale - Tuesday 20th April 2021

26.02.2021

Dungannon Spring Sale - Tuesday 20th April 2021: Entries close - Friday 5th March 2021 Entry forms must be downloaded from the Dungannon Mart website, entry forms and herd health declarations ca...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Pam Brewis...

26.02.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Pam Brewis (Eastfield): It is with much sadness that we have to report the passing of Mrs Pam Brewis wife of Tom Brewis who established the Eastfield herd a...

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market -...

24.02.2021

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market - Saturday 27th March 2021: Multibreed Pedigree Sale of bulls & females Saturday 27th March 2021 Melton Mowbray Market, Scalford Road, Me...

Farm Manager Required - Buckhurst Farm

22.02.2021

Farm Manager Required - Buckhurst Farm: Buckhurst Farm are looking for a farm manager experienced in... Pedigree cattle (breeding & showing) AI/Embryo work Commercial sheep Day t...

Galcantray Jedi Eric V287 Tops Stirling February Sale...

21.02.2021

Galcantray Jedi Eric V287 Tops Stirling February Sale at 15,000gns: The February sale of Aberdeen-Angus bulls and females took place on Saturday 20th February 2021, which saw Aberdeen-Angus sell to...

UA, Stirling February Bull Sale Prices

21.02.2021

UA, Stirling February Bull Sale Prices: BULLS: LOT 2 - WESTDRUMS PROUD IKON V191 - 3500gns LOT 8 - LOGIE LOYAL V898 - 4500gns LOT 16 - CRAIGOWMILL PRINCE V181 - 2000gns LOT 18 - LOGIE P...

UA Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 - Saturday...

19.02.2021

UA Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 - Saturday 20th February 2021: CATALOGUE PROGRAMME OF EVENTS BUYER REGISTRATION All buyers must register for the sale for either attending or bidding o...

YDP Workshop Postponed - England & Wales North...

18.02.2021

YDP Workshop Postponed - England & Wales North (SHADWELL): The decision has been made to postpone the Shadwell workshop from Saturday 10th April 2021 to Saturday 24th July 2021. Please let J...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Trevor Stebbings

16.02.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Trevor Stebbings: It is with great sadness that we have to report the death of Trevor Stebbings on the 1st February 2021, peacefully at his home. Due to ...

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market -...

15.02.2021

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market - Saturday 27th March 2021: Multibreed Pedigree Sale of bulls & females Saturday 27th March 2021 Melton Mowbray Market, Scalford Road, Me...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 12th February 2021

12.02.2021

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 12th February 2021: IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE THE ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2020 Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be a del...

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW's - Wanted

12.02.2021

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW's - Wanted: A member is looking for copies of the Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW from recent copies to as far back as possible. If anyone has any available please contact Thomas - t...

Lively Trade for Aberdeen-Angus Bulls as Birches Leads...

10.02.2021

Lively trade for Aberdeen-Angus Bulls as Birches Leads Dungannon Entry at 5,100gns: By Julie Hazelton Aberdeen-Angus bulls attracted a steady trade and reached a ceiling of 5,100gns at the Socie...

ANM Thainstone Spring Pedigree Bull Sale

10.02.2021

ANM Thainstone Spring Pedigree Bull Sale: Wednesday 24th February 2021 CATALOGUE There will be a parade of bulls at 12.00 noon in Exchange Hall which will be screened live along with the sale...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Trevor Stebbings

10.02.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Trevor Stebbings: It is with great sadness that we have to report the death of Trevor Stebbings on the 1st February 2021, peacefully at his home. Due to ...

Aberdeen-Angus Catalogue - UA Stirling February Bull Sales...

09.02.2021

Aberdeen-Angus Catalogue - UA Stirling February Bull Sales 2021: CATALOGUE PROGRAMME OF EVENTS BUYER REGISTRATION All buyers must register for the sale for either attending or bidding onli...

UA February Bull Sales 2021 - Programme of...

03.02.2021

UA February Bull Sales 2021 - Programme of Events: PROGRAMME OF EVENTS CATALOGUE BUYER REGISTRATION & ONLINE BIDDING

Lindertis Aberdeen-Angus Purchase the Majority of the Jerusalem...

03.02.2021

Lindertis Aberdeen-Angus Purchase the Majority of the Jerusalem Herd: Lindertis Aberdeen-Angus are very pleased to announce the purchase of the majority of the Jerusalem herd ...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Donald Biggar...

01.02.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Donald Biggar OBE: It is with great sadness that I have to report the sudden and unexpected passing of Donald Biggar of the renowned Chapelton herd. Donald ...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 29th January 2021

29.01.2021

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 29th January 2021: IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE THE ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2020 Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be a dela...

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market -...

27.01.2021

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market - Saturday 27th March 2021: Multibreed Pedigree Sale of bulls & females Saturday 27th March 2021 Melton Mowbray Market, Scalford Road, Me...

Online Database - Issues

26.01.2021

Online Database - Issues: The online database is not working as there is an issue at present and we expect the database to be up and running later on today/tomorrow morning.

Changes to Registration Rules for Female Calves

25.01.2021

Changes to Registration Rules for Female Calves: From January 2021 the rules for registering female calves have been brought in line with the procedure for males. All calves must be intimated wi...

YDP Marketing and Promotion Competition 2021

25.01.2021

YDP Marketing and Promotion Competition 2021: WHO CAN ENTER? Juniors (8-13yrs) YDP participants WHEN? 1st Feb 2021 -1st April 2021 WHAT? A competition to design a brochure to help promote a h...

YDP Cattle and Land Management Competition 2021

25.01.2021

YDP Cattle and Land Management Competition 2021: WHO CAN ENTER - Intermediate (14-18 yrs) and Senior YDP (19-24 yrs) participants. (Age as of 1st Jan 2021). WHAT? A competition designed to deve...

Dowbiggin Aberdeen-Angus Sale: It’s time to talk ANGUS!

22.01.2021

Dowbiggin Aberdeen-Angus Sale: It’s time to talk ANGUS! This sale has been in the pipeline for long enough, maybe even too long, but it is safe to say Dowbiggin couldn’t be more excited to announce t...

Southern Spring Show & Sale of Pedigree &...

22.01.2021

Southern Spring Show & Sale of Pedigree & Commercial Aberdeen-Angus Cattle: Worcester Livestock Market, Nunnery Way, Worcester WR4 0SQ Saturday 3rd April 2021 Entries close on Friday ...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 15th January 2021

15.01.2021

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 15th January 2021: Happy New Year! Here is the first Bi-Weekly Update of 2021... IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE THE ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCO...

Identifying Strategies for Profitable and Sustainable Farming -...

14.01.2021

Identifying Strategies for Profitable and Sustainable Farming - The Royal Vet College: The Royal Vet College and University of Hertfordshire need the help of British beef cattle farmers to identify...

REVIEW Appeal on Behalf of Tom Burke, American...

14.01.2021

REVIEW Appeal on Behalf of Tom Burke, American Angus Hall of Fame: Tom Burke from the American Angus Hall of Fame is missing the following volumes from his REVIEW collection - Old editions: 1, 1...

Herd Books Wanted

11.01.2021

Herd Books Wanted: A member is looking for the following herd books - 99, 100, 101, 103, 105, 107-127 inclusive. If you have any of the above herd books for sale please contact Alison - enquiri...

Aberdeen-Angus Bull at the Carlisle 2018 Show

United Auctions, Stirling February Bull Sales – Postponed

05.01.2021

United Auctions, Stirling February Bull Sales – Postponed: Following Scottish Government guidance, the Stirling February Bull Sales will now take place on Saturday 20th February to Monday 22nd Febr...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Bernard Mairs

05.01.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Bernard Mairs: MAIRS, BERNARD – Called home December 28th 2020, peacefully at hospital, late of Hillhead Road, Ballyclare. Long loving husband of Florence, ...

UK Government Update on Movement Assistance Scheme to...

17.12.2020

UK Government Update on Movement Assistance Scheme to Support Agrifood Traders: Please see link below to UK Government Guidance and Support on the Movement Assistance Scheme in respect of moving ag...

IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE - ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS...

15.12.2020

IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE THE ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2020 Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be a delay in issuing the Annual Report this year due to...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 11th December 2020

11.12.2020

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 11th December 2020: Here is the last Bi-Weekly Update of 2020! Where has the year gone? Below is what has been going on over the last 14 days... Society Announcement: T...

United Auctions Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 -...

11.12.2020

United Auctions Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 - Programme of Events: Programme of events Catalogue

Premier Pedigree Spring Sale 27th March 2021 at...

08.12.2020

Premier Pedigree Spring Sale 27th March 2021 at Melton Mowbray: The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society will be supporting the Premier Pedigree Spring Sale at Melton Mowbray on Saturday 27th March 2021. ...

Norbreck Genetics Launches Exclusive Hoodie Alongside Doddie Weir...

08.12.2020

Norbreck Genetics Launches Exclusive Hoodie Alongside Doddie Weir Foundation Leading beef and dairy genetics company, Norbreck Genetics, has teamed up with former Rugby Union player and M...

Improvements to Animal Welfare in Transport

04.12.2020

Improvements to Animal Welfare in Transport: As you may be aware there is a proposal to ban live exports in England and Wales, this legislation is in the consultation phase at the moment giving any...

Royal Ulster Premier Beef & Lamb Championships 2020

02.12.2020

Royal Ulster Premier Beef & Lamb Championships 2020: At the recent Royal Ulster Agriculture Society Beef & Lamb Championships Aberdeen-Angus were on a high with the Native Championship goin...

Dartrey Herd leads Dungannon Aberdeen-Angus trade at 2,600gns

02.12.2020

Dartrey Herd leads Dungannon Aberdeen-Angus trade at 2,600gns: A small entry of Aberdeen-Angus bulls sold to a top of 2,600gns at the native breeds sale with a 57% clearance rate, hosted by Dungann...

Society Announcement: The sad passing of Alistair Rettie

02.12.2020

Society Announcement: The sad passing of Alistair Rettie: It is with sadness that we must report the passing of Alistair Rettie on Sunday the 29th of November in Yorkshire, three weeks before his 9...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 27th November 2020

27.11.2020

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 27th November 2020: 2021 REVIEW: Both deadlines for booking and submitting artwork are now past but there is still some outstanding artwork from members still to be sen...

Exporting or Moving GB Livestock to the EU...

26.11.2020

Exporting or moving GB livestock to the EU or Northern Ireland from 1st January 2021: From 1st January 2021 the UK will trade with the EU as a third country. New rules for entry into the...

Aberdeen & Northern Marts - Pedigree Bull Sale...

17.11.2020

Aberdeen & Northern Marts will be holding their annual sale of pedigree bulls at the Thainstone Centre on Wednesday 24th February 2021. Entries close on Monday 4th January. Please ensure tha...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 13th November 2020

13.11.2020

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 13th November 2020: REVIEW 2021 Artwork DEADLINE: All artwork must be submitted by the 20th November 2020 to Natalie - [email protected] We look forward ...

AgriScot Online Event

12.11.2020

The Society are hosting a booth at this year’s AgriScot online event which will take place on Wednesday 18th November, from 9am- 4pm. Anyone that visits our booth will be entered into a prize draw ...

Airedale Herd Dominates Annual CCM Skipton Aberdeen-Angus Female...

12.11.2020

Airedale Herd Dominates Annual CCM Skipton Aberdeen-Angus Female Sale: The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s third annual autumn sale-only of pedigree females at Skipton Auction Mart was held on Wedn...

Skipton Female Sale, Wednesday 11th November 2020 -...

03.11.2020

Skipton Female Sale, Wednesday 11th November 2020 - Restrictions: CCM AUCTIONS - COVID-19 REGULATIONS from 8th August 2020. FACE COVERINGS – As from 8th August the wearing of face coverings is M...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 30th October 2020

30.10.2020

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 30th October 2020: Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 – Booking Now Open! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW Emails have now been sent out...

Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 - Entry Form

28.10.2020

Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 - Entry Form: (Sale dates to be confirmed after closing date) Enter online by clicking here (CLOSING DATE - FRIDAY 27th NOVEMBER 2020) Can you please co...

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 - Book Now!

23.10.2020

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 - Book Now! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW. Emails have been sent out today to the membership, trade advertisers and overseas so...

A Top Price of 10,000gns at the October...

18.10.2020

A Top Price of 10,000gns at the October Stirling Aberdeen-Angus Sale: The autumn sale of Aberdeen-Angus bulls and females took place on Saturday 17th October 2020 saw Aberdeen-Angus sell to a top p...

UA Stirling October Bull Sale - Prices

17.10.2020

UA Stirling October Bull Sale - Prices: Bulls: Lot 2 – Stouphill Eventer U250, 4200gns to WSL Muir, Upper Onston, Orkney. Lot 6 – Tonley Lord Hoffman U588, 5500gns to Easter Tulloch, Laurence...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 16th October 2020

16.10.2020

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 16th October 2020: Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 – Booking Now Open! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW Emails have now been sent out...

Society Announcement: The sad passing of Willie Robertson...

15.10.2020

Society Announcement: The sad passing of Willie Robertson - Nightingale It is with great sadness that we must bring you the news that Willie Robertson of the Nightingale Aberdeen-Angus herd, sadly ...

Dungannon Sale - Tuesday 1st December 2020

14.10.2020

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus club will be holding a sale for pedigree Aberdeen-Angus cattle on Tuesday 1st December 2020: Tuesday 1st December 2020 Dungannon Farmers Mart, 90 Granville ...

Birches tops Dungannon Aberdeen-Angus trade at 3,500gns and...

14.10.2020

Birches tops Dungannon Aberdeen-Angus trade at 3,500gns and 3,200gns: By Julie Hazelton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus bulls sold to a top of 3,500gns and 3,200gns at the breed society’s autumn sale, h...

Dungannon Autumn Sale Prices - Tuesday 13th October...

13.10.2020

Dungannon Autumn Sale Prices - Tuesday 13th October 2020: LOT 3 -BIRCHES LORD JOCK V732 - 3500gns LOT 11 -DRUMAWHEY RIBERY V603 - 1800gns LOT 15 - BIRCHES LORD JAKE V776 - 3200gns LOT 16 ...

The Cud 2020

13.10.2020

The Cud 2020 - 'Worth Chewing Over' The Cud 2020 is now live! We’re thrilled to share the digital version of our annual Autumn digest. Click here to chew over the goings-on from the Socie...

UA Stirling Bull Sales - Aberdeen-Angus Catalogues

08.10.2020

UA Stirling Bull Sales - Aberdeen-Angus Catalogues: Saturday 17th October 2020 Aberdeen-Angus Catalogue Eastfield Weeton Buyer Registration Programme of Events

Autumn Photography Competition

07.10.2020

? Autumn Photography Competition? Cattle and camera's at the ready - our competition is now OPEN! Open to children and adults (no professionals). Age groups: (6 – 12 years old), (13 – 17 ye...

Crook Hill Mr Bishampton V026 Tops Carlisle Aberdeen-Angus...

05.10.2020

Crook Hill Mr Bishampton V026 Tops Carlisle Aberdeen-Angus Sale: In what is becoming an unprecedented times for shows and sales, a small but quality offering of Aberdeen-Angus bulls saw a high of 3...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 2nd October 2020

02.10.2020

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 2nd October 2020: Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 – Booking Now Open! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW Emails have now been sent out ...

Skipton Sale of Aberdeen-Angus Females Entry Forms

02.10.2020

Skipton Sale of Aberdeen-Angus Females Entry Forms: Skipton sale of Aberdeen-Angus females including a reduction sale from the Airedale Herd (David Isherwood). Sale date - Wednesday 11th Novembe...

Solway Aberdeen-Angus Club Herd Competition Results

30.09.2020

Solway Aberdeen-Angus Club Herd Competition Results: On Saturday the 26th and Sunday the 27th of September the Solway Aberdeen-Angus Club Herd Competition (socially distanced) took place. First of ...

Obituary: James Smith

30.09.2020

Obituary: James Smith James (Jim) Smith, from a well-known family of Scottish stockmen, has died in Canada. The Scots emigre died suddenly at his home in Claremont, Ontario, Canada, at the end o...

Transport for 9 Heifers Required - UK to...

23.09.2020

Transport for 9 Heifers Required - UK to France: Steve & Tracey Hull are looking to transport 9 heifers from the UK to central France, either added to an existing load or to make up a new load....

Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club Herds Competition Results

23.09.2020

Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club Herds Competition Results: Despite the restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic, the Northern Ireland Club were able to hold their annual Herds Competition...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 18th September 2020

18.09.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 18th September 2020: Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 – Booking Now Open! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW Emails have been sent out t...

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 - Booking Now Open!

11.09.2020

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 - Booking Now Open! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW. Emails have been sent out today to the membership, trade advertisers and ove...

Black Beauty Bonanza 2020 - CANCELLED

10.09.2020

It is with a heavy heart that the committee alongside the support from ANM Thainstone have decided that the 2020 Black Beauty Bonanza will not go ahead this year. Due to restrictions and the safety su...

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Face Masks

09.09.2020

?Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Face Masks ? Wearing a face mask has become the new normal, so why not promote the breed and the brand and get yourself an Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society face mask? ...

Position Available for an Experienced Stockman - Wedderlie...

07.09.2020

Position Available for an Experienced Stockman - Wedderlie Aberdeen-Angus: WEDDERLIE We have a position available for an experienced stockman for our 200 cow commercially run pedigree herd. We would...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 4th September 2020

04.09.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 4th September 2020 News Roundup: VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE MEMBERSHIP CHANGES TO DNA PROCEDURES: As you will be aware the society has recently implemented som...

Highland Area Aberdeen-Angus Club Virtual Show

04.09.2020

Highland Area Aberdeen-Angus Club Virtual Show: The Highland Area Aberdeen-Angus Club organised a online virtual show for their club members to take part in and win some fantastic prizes, the virtu...

United Auctions October Stirling Bull Sales Programme of...

28.08.2020

Click here to view the United Auctions October Stirling Bull Sales Programme of Events.

Northern Ireland Autumn Sale of Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Cattle

28.08.2020

Northern Ireland Autumn Sale of Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Cattle: Tuesday 13th October 2020 Dungannon Farmer's Market, 90 Granville Road, Dungannon BT70 1NJ Entries directly to Dungannon Farmer...

Notice of the sad passing of Andrew Shufflebotham...

24.08.2020

Notice of the sad passing of Andrew Shufflebotham (Shuffs) It is with a great deal of sadness that we have to announce the passing of Andrew Shufflebotham (Shuffs) who fought a battle with Canc...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 21st August 2020

21.08.2020

News Roundup: VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE MEMBERSHIP CHANGES TO DNA PROCEDURES: As you will be aware the society has recently implemented some changes to our DNA testing procedures. As of 1s...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 31st July 2020

31.07.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 31st July 2020: News Roundup: VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE MEMBERSHIP CHANGES TO DNA PROCEDURES: As you will be aware the society has recently implemented some ch...

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Youth Development Program

YDP Participants - Instagram Account Takeover

24.07.2020

To all YDP Participants? We are looking for each of our YDP participants to take over the YDP Instagram page @aberdeenangusydp for a week over the summer and into the autumn months. If you have ...

UA Stirling October Bull Sales - Entry Form

22.07.2020

UA Stirling October Bull Sales - Entry Form: The entries are now OPEN for United Auctions Stirling Bull Sales: 18th - 20th October 2020. Closing date - 14th August 2020. ENTRY FORM United ...

Stockperson Wanted - Aberdeenshire, Scotland

22.07.2020

Stockperson Wanted - Aberdeenshire, Scotland: For a Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus herd. Looking for a young stockman/woman in the Aberdeenshire area (Turriff) to help with washing and walking bulls....

Bi-Weekly Update - 17th July 2020

17.07.2020

Here is the last Bi-Weekly Update for July, where does the time go?! We should have been at The great Yorkshire Show this week and The Royal Welsh next week but here's to 2021 show season! As the staf...

Godfrey Neal Young Stockman Annual Bursary

17.07.2020

An amazing opportunity if you would like to develop your career as a stockman through the Godfrey Neal Young Stockman Annual Bursary. Please find details of how you can apply below: Previous intent...

Very Important Notice to The Membership - Changes...

15.07.2020

VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE MEMBERSHIP CHANGES TO DNA PROCEDURES: As you will be aware the society has recently implemented some changes to our DNA testing procedures. As of 1st June 2020, you ...

United Auctions - Sale of Pedigree Females -...

15.07.2020

United Auctions - Sale of Pedigree Females: United Auctions, Stirling Agriculture Centre, Stirling, FK9 4RN 01786 473055 Sale date - 12th September 2020 Entries close - 7th August 2020 Ent...

The Youth of Today Will be The Leaders...

14.07.2020

We caught up with 2019 YDP winner Bryan O'Halloran to hear about his experiences of being part of the YDP programme, his reaction on winning the final and plans for the future... • What is your bac...

Southern Autumn Sale of Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus - Worcester...

13.07.2020

Southern Autumn Sale of Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus - Worcester Livestock Market: Saturday 26th September 2020 Entries close - FRIDAY 14th AUGUST 2020 WORCESTER LIVESTOCK MARKET WR4 0SQ Due to...

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 3rd July 2020

03.07.2020

This week and next we would normally be preparing for setting off to the Great Yorkshire Show which we enjoy attending each year, instead this year the show has prepared a Virtual Great Yorkshire Show...

Farm Placement Wanted - Andrew Bissett

03.07.2020

Farm Placement Wanted - Andrew Bissett: "I am a Harper Adams University student currently looking for a year long placement starting from August or September 2020. I would preferably want to work w...

FG Summer Shows Competition launches

25.06.2020

With this year’s summer show season cancelled due to Covid-19 the Farmers Guardian have launched a brand new photographic competition for you to showcase your stock, and also be in with a chance of wi...

European Regional Focal Point for Animal Genetic Resources...

22.06.2020

The European Regional Focal Point for Animal Genetic Resources (ERFP) is the regional platform to support the conservation and sustainable use of animal genetic resources (AnGR) and to facilitate the ...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 19th June 2020

19.06.2020

We should have been attending The Royal Highland Show this week but unfortunately with the current circumstances we will not be attending any summer events. Fingers crossed for events later in the yea...

Loughans Aberdeen-Angus Herd Production Sale

19.06.2020

Loughans Herd Production Sale: The Loughans Aberdeen-Angus herd production sale will take place on Thursday 25th June at 7pm at Markethill Livestock Mart with viewing by appointment through Marketh...

TWS Livestock Services

15.06.2020

VERY IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT REF SOCIETY DNA TESTING

11.06.2020

VERY IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT REF SOCIETY DNA TESTING Further to the recent announcements of the change to the destination of DNA samples from the 1st June 2020, whereby the samples taken should be sen...

Pre-order form – Herd Book Volume 144

10.06.2020

Pre-order form – Herd Book Volume 144: If you wish to place an order for the Herd Book Volume 144, please click on the link below to download and complete the form, then either email it back to: an...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 5th June 2020

05.06.2020

With summer fast approaching, we can look forward to what is expected to be a very warm and dry summer in the UK. With the current restrictions still on going the staff from the office are all still c...

Free advertising on Farmers Guardian Buy & Sell

05.06.2020

Farmers Guardian’s newest marketplace FGBuyandSell.com is the perfect place to advertise stock to a dedicated audience. In these times of uncertainty, the Farmers Guardian understand how important it ...